Director of Planning, Design and Construction

Job Description:
Key Responsibilities • Partners with operational areas to develop, disseminate, and coordinate implementation of organizational initiatives. • Participate in the development of the capital project budgets. • Assists with defining project strategies which are consistent with Essentia Health strategy, policies and procedures, mission, values and goals. • Brings expertise in Lean and Process design improvement to bear on projects and related facility and workflow design. • Proactively develop relationships with contractor and subcontractor community ensuring team has latest industry information. • Establish and maintain relationships with external stakeholders and vendors. • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation and support effective transfer of information to our shared services teams. • Under minimal supervision, creates a team focus on delivering high levels of customer service and value to the organizations. • Directs and mentors project management staff in continuous improvement and Essentia Standards and processes. • Performs administrative duties and oversight as required to support team. • Exercises considerable latitude and judgement in developing plans, budgets, and resources, directing activities and actions, and determining deliverables. • Present project updates to project leadership and Essentia leadership groups • Directly support and continually improve the work group by working with leadership to create and implement the use of standard tools and processes. • Maintain campus wayfinding and signage program consistently across the markets • Develop and maintain space monitoring and allocation process through the local management teams. • Provide innovative solutions to solve problems and create sustainable operational processes. • Responsible for oversight over aesthetics, design standards, artwork, storage, space management, and furniture.

Education Qualifications:

Work Experience:

Minimum of 10 or more years of experience in Construction Project Management, process improvement and Lean/Six sigma related work. Applicant may possess an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred 15 or more years’ experience leading large teams with complex healthcare experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Master’s degree in business, management, Engineering, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• Certified associate in project management (CAPM), and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Extensive knowledge of adopted building codes
• Proficiency in MS Project, or other construction management solutions

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business, management, facilities management, Engineering, Healthcare Administration, or related field.

ASHE CHC Certification

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.